Panera Mac & Cheese Nutrition Facts

The figures below help you compare calories, fat, sodium, carbohydrates, protein, and other nutritional facts across the cup, bowl, and bread bowl. 

Nutrient	Cup	Bowl	Bread bowl
Calories	490	980	1,140
Calories from fat	290	580	310
Total fat	32 g	64 g	34 g
Saturated fat	16 g	32 g	16 g
Trans fat	1 g	2 g	1 g
Cholesterol	85 mg	165 mg	85 mg
Sodium	1,150 mg	2,300 mg	2,490 mg
Total carbohydrates	34 g	68 g	170 g
Dietary fiber	0 g	0 g	5 g
Total sugars	7 g	15 g	11 g
Protein	16 g	32 g	37 g

Panera Bread Mac & Cheese Ingredients and Allergens

Panera Bread Mac & Cheese features tender shell pasta in a creamy blend of cheeses, including tangy aged white cheddar. Its published ingredient statement lists pasta, cheddar cheese, milk, cream, butter, whey, and other ingredients used in the cheese sauce. The pasta contains wheat and egg ingredients.

Major allergens: The standard restaurant item contains wheat, milk, and egg. If you’ve  food allergies, you should check the current ingredient and allergen information for their specific café before ordering.

Panera warns that its cafés use shared equipment and handle common allergens, so cross-contact is possible and allergen-free preparation cannot be guaranteed.

Is Panera Mac & Cheese Vegetarian?

Panera Bread Mac & Cheese should not be assumed to meet every vegetarian standard based on its cheese-based ingredients alone. Although Panera describes the dish as shell pasta in a cheese sauce, that description does not confirm the source of every ingredient, including the enzymes used in cheese production, or the preparation practices.

For strict vegetarian requirements, check Panera’s current ingredient and allergen information or contact the restaurant to confirm whether the dish meets your dietary standards. 

Is Panera Mac & Cheese Healthy?

Panera Mac & Cheese is relatively high in calories, sodium, and saturated fat, particularly in the bowl and bread bowl portions. The cup is the lower-calorie option, while the bread bowl adds substantial carbohydrates from the bread. The bowl alone provides approximately 100% of the FDA’s recommended daily sodium limit of 2,300 mg.

For a more balanced choice, consider portion size and your overall daily intake. If you need to limit sodium, saturated fat, or calories for medical reasons, compare the current nutrition information with your dietary requirements and consult a qualified healthcare professional when necessary. Panera notes that nutritional values may vary by café and customization, so check the latest information for your specific order. 

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